"By the way, seeing you reminded me, do you have something you're hiding from me? Hmm?" Agatha suddenly remembered something.
"How could I..."
"Eevee, thesis."
Agatha just said two words.
But Natsuhiko's expression froze.
"Haha—well, teacher, I have things to do, make yourself at home."
With that, Natsuhiko started to walk away, increasingly fast.
"That stinky kid..." Agatha laughed and scolded.
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Dojo hall.
A lot of people had already gathered, some were attracted by fame, and others were journalists from various newspapers and websites.
Although Suiyi Town has a newspaper, it's not very well-known.
And the rest of the reporters are all...
"Natsuhiko."
As Natsuhiko arrived in the hall, Flint smiled and walked up to him, "How's the arrangement? Is it alright?"
Of course, it was Flint, a true heir of a wealthy family, who invited them.
Natsuhiko gave a thumbs up.
For Flint, things that can be solved with money aren't really issues.
Among the people Natsuhiko knows, only Flint's status can invite so many reporters from big newspapers and websites.
This opening ceremony of the dojo is set to start making a splash today.
Besides Flint, Natsuhiko invited others.
Such as Lance, Kona, Hilona, Da Ye, Wusong, Aliu, Nanami, and others.
This group, familiar from the "Lily Youth Competition", has already brought Natsuhiko substantial benefits, not just in the future but now.
With their support, there's no doubt this dojo opening has gained much higher attention.
Think about it, having the future champions from three regions come to support, what a show it is!
Not to mention the future Elite Four.
If years later someone watches the video of Natsuhiko's dojo opening, they'd be extremely shocked by the attending personnel.
Natsuhiko might become known as... the number one socialite in the Pokémon Realm!
Social butterfly plus!
"Are you dressed within the rules?"
Natsuhiko quickly glanced at a few people.
Flint and Lance were alright.
They just changed into a new set of clothes, which is their usual attire.
Although Lance's cape looked a bit too red and eye-catching, Flint's suit was extra neat, with many sparkling diamonds—still acceptable.
But Kona, you're too much.
Wearing black stockings?
Don't you know the reporters' photos would be all skewed?
And Hilona.
Your outfit's collar is a bit low!
With skin that deep... oops! Clothes that white...
In any case, too much!
Nanami is more reliable, only wearing a mini-skirt.
"Senior Natsuhiko isn't it you who invited us to support you?" Kona adjusted her glasses with a smile.
Hilona also squinted and laughed softly, covering her mouth.
"The problem is, with you dressed like this, who's going to notice me, the Gym Leader?" Natsuhiko looked down at himself.
Even though Chrysa ordered him a custom-made black tuxedo similar to his previous style.
Standing next to them makes him seem a bit overshadowed.
Truth be told, these friends really gave him face, dressing up for the occasion.
But maybe a bit too much.
"Natsuhiko, have you prepared enough Pokémon? I brought some from home." Lance took out a backpack with a dozen Pokeballs inside.
You can see through the Pokeballs' transparent glass, filled with Dragon-type Pokémon.
Natsuhiko patted Lance's shoulder.
"Very thoughtful."
Apparently, Lance worried that even though Natsuhiko opened a Dragon-type Dojo, the Pokémon aren't enough, so he brought some just in case.
As for Pokémon quality, that's not an issue.
And Lance had confidence in Natsuhiko's ability to manage Pokémon, believing he could command those Dragon-type Pokémon well.
"I brought some too." Hilona opened her small bag, also with a few Pokeballs inside.
"No need." Natsuhiko smiled, waving away their kind gesture.
"Since I've chosen to open, I'm prepared, don't worry, watch me perform."
These Pokémon were borrowed, if given, Natsuhiko would have accepted, but borrowing isn't necessary.
"Mr. Natsuhiko, Ice-type Elite Four Kikuno has arrived, you can start." Chrysa approached Natsuhiko, holding a schedule to remind him.
"Alright."
Natsuhiko nodded at everyone and then headed toward the battle area.
On the way, many people greeted him proactively.
Besides these friends, other gyms from Sinnoh also sent people to show support.
Despite everything, Natsuhiko is going to be one of Sinnoh's Gym Leaders, without any obvious conflicts, sending someone is the least courtesy.
The so-called opening ceremony is essentially Natsuhiko accepting challenges from the first batch of challengers, conveying some initial impressions about the dojo to everyone.
In the largest battle area of the dojo.
The audience seats were basically full.
Natsuhiko stood on one side of the battlefield, next to a rack neatly arranged with dozens of Pokeballs.
Matching suitable Pokémon for challengers based on their skill levels is a must for a Gym Leader.
Badges.
Are already custom-made.
Very impressive.
A design with a dragon's head engraving, primarily in purple and gold colors.
"What do you think Natsuhiko will position the dojo as? Will it be facing more talented Trainers, newcomers, or both?"